Nobody Wants Non-USD Stablecoins… Yet

Artemis, a blockchain analytics platform, stressed that while several issuers tried to make inroads in the non-USD stablecoin market, they have failed to dent the dollar hegemony in the asset class. Nonetheless, euro stablecoins have shown consistent growth. Artemis: Non-USD Stablecoins Are Virtually Non-Existent, Euro Stablecoins Show Consistent Growth The Facts Data from Artemis, a … Read more

Argentine Peso Stumbles Following Milei’s Defeat in Buenos Aires

The Argentine peso stumbled after President Javier Milei suffered an electoral defeat in Buenos Aires, where his Libertarian Party failed to secure a majority against its rivals. The outcome has raised concerns about the sustainability of Milei’s agenda in the country. Milei Defeated: Argentine Peso Plummets as Fears About the Permanence of Libertarian Proposal Surge … Read more

Strategist Warns Gold Surpassed US Treasuries as Reserve Asset: A Dollar Rebalancing Might Follow

Otavio Costa, an economic strategist, recently highlighted that the U.S. treasuries had been displaced by gold to become the main reserve asset held by central banks around the world. Costa believes that this might precede a major economic rebalance. Gold Defeats U.S. Treasuries as Reserve Asset: What Comes Next? The world is experiencing an economic … Read more

Brazil Denounces Dollar Weaponization, Upholds Right to Trade in National Currencies

Fernando Haddad, Brazil’s finance minister, recently criticized the so‑called “weaponization” of the U.S. dollar, warning of its pernicious effects on the currency’s reserve status. Haddad also said Brazil would challenge the 50% tariff regime in court. Brazil Criticizes Dollar Weaponization Trend, Vows to Fight Tariffs in Court The government of Brazil has criticized the Trump … Read more

Wisdomtree Launches USDW Stablecoin to Meet Growing Demand

Wisdomtree has officially launched its own stablecoin, USDW, as part of a broader strategy to establish a full-stack stablecoin business catering to both retail and institutional users. USDW, a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin designed for transactions, is complemented by WTGXX, a tokenized U.S. government money market fund aimed at providing yield. To enhance accessibility, Wisdomtree has … Read more

Dollar Index Reaches Critical Lows as Investors Lose Confidence in Trump’s Policies

The dollar index is experiencing one of its worst performances since the Reagan administration, with the greenback plummeting against other fiat currencies. Analysts suggest that the inconsistent policies of the Trump administration are exacerbating this issue, prompting investors to seek safe-haven assets. Dollar Index Faces 10% Downturn in 2025 as Losses Continue to Pile up … Read more

Yuan vs. Greenback: China’s Quiet Campaign for Financial Supremacy

Chinese authorities are ramping up efforts to enhance the international status of the yuan and reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar, particularly as confidence in the dollar wanes. Dollar Decline Aids Yuan China is intensifying efforts to elevate the yuan’s international standing and challenge the U.S. dollar’s global dominance, seizing an opportune moment as international … Read more

Analysts: China Should Introduce Yuan Alternatives to Combat Dollarization Driven by Stablecoins

According to analysts, one alternative for China to combat the impending stablecoin-based dollarization and its unintended consequences is the issuance of a yuan stablecoin. This token could originate in Hong Kong, which has already enacted regulations for such instruments. Analysts: China Has the Option to Fight Dollarization With Yuan Stablecoin The U.S. government’s push for … Read more

China’s Central Bank Governor Envisions the End of US Dollar Dominance

China’s central bank governor, Pan Gongsheng, has indicated that a new global currency order may emerge, challenging the long-standing dominance of the U.S. dollar. Speaking at a financial forum in Shanghai, Pan emphasized the need for a “multi-polar international monetary system” where multiple sovereign currencies coexist and compete. He highlighted the renminbi’s growing role, noting … Read more